Glossary / Body

front splitter

16 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

It’s a piece under the front bumper that pushes air downwards, giving the car more grip when it’s going fast.

Technical Definition

A front splitter is an aerodynamic component mounted below the bumper that splits airflow, increasing downforce and improving traction at high speeds.

Hear It Discussed

"Yeah, you're going to sneeze. Front splitter and rear spoiler said that."
Speed, Size, and Hellcats In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 06:54

"and a front splitter right here. I don't know if it's carbon, but it ain't rubber. It's black. It's just black."
Zack's Game Show; M5 Touring (Again); Aston Vanquish Review The Smoking Tire 42:20

"The other one, which is the beast, was painted blue with some white stripes running along the bonnet and looking very racy, large carbon fiber rear wing and some larger wheels, yellow brake..."
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